Mini Cooper R52 Cabrio Filler In Flap Fuel Cap Cover Midnight Black A94 7118374

Mini Cooper R52 Cabrio Filler In Flap Fuel Cap Cover Midnight Black is an original body component from the Fuel filler covers and accessories group, designed for the rear section of the vehicle. Finished in the elegant Midnight Black Metallic - A94 color, it allows you to restore the consistent look of the bodywork after damage or a collision, maintaining the car's factory character.

Specifications and technical data

• SKU: 0309413-MNB
• Mark: Mini (Genuine OE)
• Condition: Used
• OEM Part Number: 0309413
• Substitutable numbers: 51170309413, 0309413, 7118374, EM
• Location on the vehicle: Rear
• Color: Midnight Black Metallic - A94
• Category: Fuel Flaps & Components

Purpose and function of the fuel filler flap

The fuel filler flap in a Mini plays an important protective and aesthetic role – it secures the cap and the filler area against dirt, moisture, and mechanical damage, while also contributing to the visual continuity of the body lines. The presented element is tailored to the rear part of the body, ensuring proper geometry and fitment with the car's exterior.

As a part from the Fuel filler covers and accessories group, the product allows for a technically correct replacement of a damaged flap without interfering with the body structure. This is a particularly beneficial solution for post-accident repairs and restoring the original appearance of the vehicle.

Midnight Black Metallic - A94 color and visual matching

The applied Midnight Black Metallic - A94 color is a dark, metallic shade characteristic of many Mini configurations. Thanks to this, the flap allows for a seamless match with the body paint in vehicles of the same color, which reduces the need for additional painting or simplifies the process.

The metallic paint coating provides an attractive visual effect under different lighting angles, which is particularly noticeable on smaller body surfaces such as the fuel filler flap. This is a practical solution for users who want to maintain the characteristic style of the Mini Cabrio.

Product characteristics and application in Mini

The offered flap is intended for installation in the rear part of the Mini body, at the location of the factory fuel filler. The component's design is prepared to work with the standard opening and closing mechanism, which facilitates installation in workshop or service conditions.

The product comes from the Mini line, which helps maintain dimensional and stylistic compatibility with other body components. The used nature of the part allows for an economical vehicle repair while maintaining the original origin of the component.

Practical installation and maintenance tips

Before installation, it is recommended to verify the compatibility of the element with the specific version of the Mini Cabrio body and to check the condition of the mounts and the flap hinge. A correctly installed flap should open and close smoothly, without rubbing against adjacent body elements, and the gaps around it should be even.

During operation, it is worth periodically cleaning the fuel filler area from road dirt and deposits, which reduces the risk of premature wear of the opening mechanism. Regular care of the paint on the flap – using products intended for metallic coatings – helps maintain a uniform shade and gloss relative to the rest of the body.

If you are planning a comprehensive repair or upgrade of the fuel filler area in your Mini and need other elements from the same group, such as additional covers, shields, or accessory trim elements, check the available parts in the Mini fuel filler covers and accessories category.

Technical support and knowledge about the fuel system

When replacing elements related to the refueling zone, it is worth knowing the basic principles of the fuel system and how to select components by catalog numbers. Detailed information on diagnostics, selection by VIN/OEM, and maintenance of fuel supply elements can be found in the article "Fuel system – injectors, pumps, and fuel tank: maintenance and regeneration", which can be a practical supplement to your knowledge when planning repairs.

For users interested in the conscious use of used and recycled parts in the context of performance and environmental impact, the material "Eco-tuning in practice: how to increase performance while reducing your carbon footprint with recycled parts", which describes an approach to vehicle modernization using reclaimed components, may also be helpful.